Kitchens
Kitchen Renovations in Calgary
A kitchen renovation affects the whole household, so the planning matters as much as the build. Layout, storage, lighting, electrical capacity and the sequence of trades all need to be settled before demolition.
TrustBuilt Canada renovates kitchens from targeted upgrades to full layout changes, coordinating the work so your home is disrupted for as short a time as practical.
Scope of work
What a kitchen renovation involves
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Layout & design decisions
We review how you use the space (work zones, seating, storage and traffic) and confirm whether walls, plumbing or appliances will move before pricing the work.
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Demolition & preparation
Careful removal of existing cabinets, counters and finishes, with dust control and protection for the rest of the home.
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Construction & rough-ins
Framing changes, electrical for lighting and appliances, plumbing relocation and ventilation are coordinated and inspected as required.
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Installation & finishing
Cabinetry, countertop installation, backsplash, flooring, trim and paint are installed and finished to the agreed standard.
Cabinets are set, levelled and fastened before the countertops are measured, so the tops fit the boxes that are really there.
Projects we take on
Types of kitchens projects
- Full kitchen remodels
- Opening a kitchen to the living or dining area
- Cabinet and countertop replacement
- Island additions and reconfigurations
- Lighting and electrical upgrades
- Backsplash and flooring updates
Before you renovate your kitchen
Decide what moves
Keeping the sink, range and fridge where they are usually saves cost. Moving them can transform a kitchen. It just needs to be decided early.
Removing a wall
Opening up a kitchen often means removing a wall. If that wall is load-bearing, it needs an engineered solution and a permit before anything comes down.
Lead times
Cabinetry, counters and specialty appliances can have long lead times. Ordering early keeps the construction phase short.
Living through it
Plan for a period without a working kitchen. We'll talk through sequencing so you know when the disruption starts and ends.
A clear path from first call to final walkthrough
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Initial Consultation
A conversation about your goals, the space, your timeline and a realistic budget range. If it's a fit, we arrange a site visit.
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Project Assessment
We look at the space in person (existing conditions, structure, mechanical and anything that affects scope) and take the measurements we need.
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Proposal & Planning
You receive a written proposal with scope, exclusions, schedule and pricing. Selections, permits and trade sequencing are settled before work starts.
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Construction
Work proceeds to the agreed plan, with a protected, tidy site and regular updates. Any change to scope or cost is discussed and approved before it happens.
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Final Walkthrough
We walk the finished project with you, address any items on the list, and hand over the information you need for the space.
Do I need a permit for a kitchen renovation in Calgary?
Cosmetic updates often don't, but structural changes, new electrical circuits, plumbing relocation and gas work typically require permits. We'll identify which apply to your plans.
Can I supply my own cabinets or appliances?
Often, yes. Let us know during planning so we can confirm dimensions, delivery timing and installation responsibilities in the proposal.
What affects the cost of a kitchen renovation?
The biggest factors are layout changes, cabinetry and countertop selections, electrical and plumbing work, and the size of the room. A written proposal breaks the scope down so you can see where the budget goes.
Can you open my kitchen to the living room?
In many homes, yes. Whether the wall is load-bearing and what runs through it (ductwork, plumbing, wiring) determines the approach and cost. We assess that before quoting.
How long does a kitchen renovation take?
It depends on how much is changing — keeping the layout is faster than moving plumbing or walls — plus permit timing and lead times on cabinets and counters. Your proposal sets out a schedule, including how long you'll be without a working kitchen.
Do you offer kitchen renovations outside Calgary?
Calgary is our primary service area. We also consider kitchens projects in surrounding communities, and larger projects further from the city case by case. See our service areas page for details.
How do I get a free kitchen quote?
Use the Get a Free Quote form: choose the service, describe the project, where it is and your timing, and add photos of the space if you can. We'll follow up to talk through scope and next steps.
Related services
- Interior Home RenovationsLayout changes, open-concept conversions and room-by-room remodels done properly.Learn more
- Framing & Interior ConstructionAccurate framing that keeps every trade after it straight, square and on schedule.Learn more
- Flooring InstallationHardwood, vinyl plank, laminate and tile installed on a properly prepared subfloor.Learn more
- Drywall ServicesHanging, taping and finishing for smooth, paint-ready walls and ceilings.Learn more
Working outside Calgary? Check our service areas.
Start your project
Ready to plan your kitchen project?
Share a few details and photos of the space. We'll follow up to talk through scope, timing and next steps.